Colin Cowherd says quiet part out loud about Chiefs’ dynasty

Colin Cowherd recently acknowledged what many had suspected about the Kansas City Chiefs’ dynasty in comparison to the New England Patriots’ legendary era. The Chiefs have had a remarkable turnaround in their 2026 season, going from a 6-11 record the previous year to a 5-2 standing heading into Week 9. However, Cowherd voiced his skepticism regarding the Chiefs’ potential to achieve the same level of greatness as the Patriots did during the Brady era.

Cowherd highlighted that the Patriots were a more prolific dynasty, boasting 19 years, 17 division titles, a 77% win rate in the NFL, 13 conference championships, and nine Super Bowl appearances. In contrast, the Chiefs, despite their seven consecutive AFC Championship appearances, five Super Bowl appearances, and three Lombardi Trophies, still have work to do. The smartly owned and brilliantly coached Kansas City Chiefs are not even half-way there yet, according to Cowherd.

One significant difference between the two dynasties, according to Cowherd, is the lack of a reliable run game for Patrick Mahomes’ entire career. Additionally, special teams issues have plagued the Chiefs recently, further setting them apart from the Patriots’ dominant performance. While the Chiefs remain a formidable team capable of achieving dynasty status in the postseason, it is clear that they still have a long way to go in order to be remembered as the greatest franchise in NFL history.